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Flexible Schedule
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Newark, NJ 07103
Spiritual Care volunteers assist the hospital's professional chaplain by making assigned rounds to patients, families and staff. The volunteer becomes an additional referral source to alert the chaplain of follow-up needs a patient or family may have. The goal is to create an environment where spiritual, emotional and physical healing can occur. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provide excellent customer service - Volunteers should be self-motivated, engaged, friendly, and comfortable talking to patients/visitors Actively contribute to creating a friendly, welcoming and safe environment for UH guests Communicates clearly to ensure understanding Responds to inquiries immediately whenever possible Meets or exceeds customer expectations for service Acts as a role model for customer service Maintains professional demeanor Sign in and out of shift Improve patient experience Offers empathetic listening and supportive presence Offers prayer and/or appropriate readings only when mutually agreed upon by the patient and/or family Notifies the patient's faith community if the patient so desires and grants permission Spiritual Care Chaplains does not.... Give advice or proselytize Attempt to "fix" the patient's problems Become involved in the patient's physical care Become involved in legal or ethical issues or promote his/her own religious beliefs Share his/her own personal problems, emotional needs, or health experiences
Date Posted: 2024-12-09
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Flexible Schedule
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Newark, NJ 07103
A "FIRST IMPRESSION" means everything! Volunteer Opportunity: Blue Coat Crew Volunteers Location: University Hospital, Newark, NJ Are you passionate about helping others and creating a welcoming environment? Join our team of Blue Coat Crew at University Hospital and make a difference by guiding and supporting patients, visitors, and staff throughout the hospital. Role: Blue Coat Crew Volunteer Commitment: Flexible shifts, with a minimum of 6 hours per week Key Responsibilities: Welcome and greet patients and visitors as they enter the hospital Assist with wayfinding, providing clear directions to hospital departments and services Escort patients and visitors to their destinations, ensuring they feel comfortable and supported Answer general questions and provide information about hospital services and amenities Help with patient and family comfort, offering assistance when needed Collaborate with staff to ensure a smooth and positive experience for all hospital visitors Qualifications: Strong communication and interpersonal skills Friendly, patient, and customer-service oriented Ability to stand or walk for extended periods Willingness to work in a fast-paced hospital environment Dedication to helping others and representing the hospital with professionalism and care Benefits: Be a welcoming face and first point of contact for hospital visitors Gain valuable experience in a healthcare setting Receive training and ongoing support from hospital staff Invitations to volunteer appreciation events Join a team dedicated to enhancing the patient and visitor experience Complimentary meal and parking vouchers Join the Blue Coat Crew and help make University Hospital a warm and supportive place for all who visit. How to Apply: Visit our WEBSITE for more information and to complete an application. We look forward to having you on board!
Date Posted: 2024-12-09
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Flexible Schedule
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Newark, NJ 07103
People who volunteer have reported enjoying better health than they did before volunteering. Nearly half saw health improvements after just one year of service,There is plenty of research linking volunteering with physical and mental benefits-particularly among older adults. We are looking for a few SILVER KICKERS - Senior volunteers, indivudals with wisdom, knowledge, compassion and a BIG heart! ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Are you 55 or older and looking for a meaningful way to give back to the community? University Hospital is seeking dedicated senior volunteers to join our team and make a positive impact on the lives of patients, families, and staff. Role: Senior Volunteer (55+) Location: University Hospital, Newark, NJ Commitment: Flexible hours, with a minimum of 6 hours per week Key Responsibilities: Assist with patient transport, visitation, and providing comfort Support administrative tasks, including reception, filing, and organizing materials Help facilitate special programs and events for patients and families Engage in light clerical work to assist hospital departments Serve as a friendly face, offering guidance to visitors Qualifications: Age 55 or older Strong communication and interpersonal skills A desire to help others and make a difference Ability to follow hospital policies and procedures Willingness to commit to a regular volunteer schedule Benefits: Opportunity to give back to the community Free training and orientation Invitations to volunteer appreciation events Develop new friendships and connections Experience the joy of helping others in a healthcare environment Complimenatry Meal and Parking vouchers Join us and become part of a caring and compassionate volunteer community at University Hospital. How to Apply: Visit our WEBSITE for more information and to complete an application. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!
Date Posted: 2024-12-09
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Flexible Schedule
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Newark, NJ 07103
The University Hospital Auxiliary is an organization of volunteers dedicated to making a difference in the lives of others - Improve the well-being of patients and hospital visitors and to make their experience as pleasant as possible. The Auxiliary provides volunteer services to the hospital, its patients and the community by informing the community about the work of the hospital and the Auxiliary. Also help support fundraising initiatives, such as new medical equipment, staff education and scholarships.
Date Posted: 2024-12-09
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Flexible Schedule
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Newark, NJ 07103
Volunteers in our nursing units help us improve the quality of patient care by supporting the nursing staff in their day-to-day operations and assisting patients and families throughout the unit. Volunteer tasks may include interacting with patients, rounding on patient’s rooms, charting medical records, assisting in discharges, answering calls, restocking supplies, assisting nursing staff with errands, and other tasks as assigned to help the unit run smoothly and allow staff to focus more time on patient care. Your role provides assurance to the clinical team that the patients feel comfortable, their needs are being met, and that there are opportunities for immediate service recovery, as necessary. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provide excellent customer service - Volunteers should be self-motivated, engaged, friendly, and comfortable talking to patients/visitors Actively contribute to creating a friendly, welcoming and safe environment for UH guests Communicates clearly to ensure understanding Responds to inquiries immediately whenever possible Meets or exceeds customer expectations for service Acts as a role model for customer service Maintains professional demeanor Sign-in and out and the start and end of your shift. Improve patient experience by visiting with patients frequently; confirm placement of name bands Deliver fresh water and ice to patient room Deliver Patient Handbook and/or newspapers to patient room Visit a with patients: Read to patients, Get patient magazines or sundries from Guest Relations Stock linen cabinets Clean patient rooms/make up beds**requires competency-ensure wearing gloves and kill time of 2 minutes Provide appropriate foods and fluids to patients/clients Tidy up lounge (i.e., refrigerator Assist with transports ** competency required Run errands to; Pharmacy for non-controlled items Deliver patient items to unit which were left behind. (i.e., pt. labels, clothes, personal items ยท Take specimens to the lab in biohazard bag & placed in approved container for transport ** competency required Help with communication between the nurses and lobby patients Check & stock supplies for: linens, urinals, bedpans, etc. Run errands to: Meet and communicate regularly with Patient Representative of assigned unit. Visit all the patients on assigned unit to exclude forensic and psychiatric patients. Nurse call bells are a priority while rounding. Respond rapidly to ensure safety of the patient. Cancel call if the non-clinical need of the patient was met. If the patient requires clinical attention, advise the C.N.A., Charge Nurse or Unit Clerk. While rounding, interaction should occur with each patient at least every 2 hours and more frequently, if required. Record every interaction with patients in the electronic Patient Rounding Tool to include any services provided, observations made, and/or issues gathered in real time. Communicate patient feedback to the Charge Nurse or Assistant Director of Nursing (if available). Contact Charge Nurse or Assistant Director of Nursing and Unit Clerk immediately if you receive and/or observe a safety concern. Contact the Assistant Director of Nursing or Charge Nurse; and Patient Relations Representative if/when you receive a complaint. Assist clinical team with clerical duties and/or projects as needed.
Date Posted: 2024-12-09
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